Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: System Description

Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual / Supplemental Restraint Systems / Occupant Classification System / System Description

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

1. FRONT PASSENGER OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM

(a) General Description

(1) The front passenger occupant detection ECU determines whether the front passenger seat is occupied by an adult or child (with child seat) or is unoccupied, based on the load that is applied to the front passenger seat and whether the seat belt is buckled. The system restricts the deployment of the front passenger airbag, front passenger side airbag, and the front passenger seat belt pretensioner in accordance with this judgment. The result is informed to the driver through the airbag ON/OFF indicator illumination.

(b) System Configuration

(1) This system consists of the occupant detection ECU, occupant classification sensors, airbag ON/OFF indicator, seat belt buckle switches, and airbag sensor assembly.

(1) The occupant classification sensors are installed on four brackets connecting the seat rail and the seat frame. The resistance values of these sensors, which vary in accordance with the load that acts on the brackets, are transmitted to the occupant detection ECU as signals. Upon receipt of the signals, the ECU determines the front passenger seat occupant conditions.

Initialization

INITIALIZATION 1. ZERO POINT CALIBRATION NOTICE: Make sure that the front passenger seat is not occupied before performing the operation. HINT: Perform the zero point calibration and sensitivit ...

System Diagram

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Installation
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 1. INSTALL REAR SEAT 3 POINT TYPE OUTER BELT ASSEMBLY (a) Before installing the rear seat 3 point type outer belt assembly, check the ELR function. Text in Illustration *a Unlock *b ...

Auto Up Operation does not Fully Close Power Window (Jam Protection Function is Activated)
DESCRIPTION If a door glass or a power window regulator motor assembly does not operate smoothly, the jam protection function may be triggered automatically, resulting in the auto up function being unable to fully close the window. HINT: This symptom may occur for any of the windows. CAUTION ...

Overhead console (Access Cab and Double Cab models)
The overhead console is useful for temporarily storing sunglasses and similar small items. Pull the lid down while pushing the knob. CAUTION ■Caution while driving Keep the overhead console closed. Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking. ■Items unsuit ...